Towing Mirrors (Extension Mirrors)
Towing mirrors are extension mirrors fitted to the car’s door mirrors so the driver can see past a wide trailer or caravan.
What is Towing Mirrors (Extension Mirrors)?
Many countries require them when the trailer blocks the normal view behind. They clip or strap onto the existing door mirrors. Some cars offer factory extendable mirrors. Adjust them with the trailer attached and in a straight line.
How it works
The mirror head sits further out than the trailer’s side, giving a view along the trailer to the road behind.
Why it matters for your car
Check that the mirrors are firmly fixed and do not vibrate at speed. Remove them when not towing; they can make the car wider than allowed.
Other terms
- All-Terrain Tyre (A/T)
- Car Sharing
- Centre Console
- Chip Tuning (Engine Remapping)
- Door Handle
- EV Tyres
- Exhaust Backpressure
- Flat-Plane Crankshaft
- Four-Wheel Drive (4WD, 4×4)
- Headliner (Roof Lining)
- High-voltage Service Disconnect
- Multi-link Suspension
- Paint Etching (Bird Dropping And Sap Damage)
- Service History
- Sun Visor
- Top Speed
- Torque Converter Lock-up Clutch
- Tyre Hotel (Tyre Storage Service)
- Tyre Patch Repair
- Vehicle Category (M1, N1)